Philips Avent Electric Breast Pump SCF398/11

Rechargeable breast pump for travel! Includes travel bag Inspired by baby's unique ability to suck and massage the nipple, natural motion technology naturally stimulates milk flow. Clinically proven effectiveness. The one-piece massage pad molds to your shape, so one size truly does fit all. Just like a baby, the pump adapts from stimulation mode to suction to fit 99.98% of nipple sizes. Based on clinical tests conducted in 2019, compared to the results of the previous product model.

Features:

• Fewer parts, easy assembly, use and cleaning. Closed system for hygienic pumping - no milk in the tube
• 8 stimulation + 16 suction modes for individual use
• Designed for upright vacuuming without the need to bend forward
• Silent motor for discreet use, wherever you are
• The memory function saves your favorite suction style
• Rechargeable battery, thanks to which you can vacuum even on the go
• Time tracking display

Package Contents:

• 1x engine
• 1x mains adapter
• 2x soft massage pad
• 2x Natural Glass
• 2x sealing cap
• 1x disposable tampons
• 1x Bag and cover for the breast pump.

Using the breast pump:

When to express milk? If you are not having trouble breastfeeding, it is recommended (unless your doctor/lactation consultant advises you otherwise) that you wait until your milk production and breastfeeding schedule are established (usually at least 2 to 4 weeks postpartum ).

Exceptions:

• If you have trouble breastfeeding at first, pumping regularly can help improve and stabilize your milk supply
• If you express milk for your baby in hospital.
• If your breasts are engorged (painful or swollen): you can express a small amount of milk before feeding or between feedings to relieve pain and make it easier for the baby to latch on.
• If you have sore or cracked nipples, you can express milk until they heal.
• If you are separated from your baby and want to resume breastfeeding after you return, you need to express milk regularly to stimulate milk production. Find the best time to pump – for example, just before or after baby's first morning feed when breasts are full, or after nursing if baby hasn't fully pumped both breasts.
• If you return to work, you may need to express your milk during your break.

Using a breast pump takes practice and you may need several attempts to successfully express milk. However, the Philips AVENT electric breast pump is very easy to assemble, so you will quickly get used to pumping with it.

Tips:

• Familiarize yourself with the breast pump and how to use it before using it for the first time
• Find a time when you are not in a hurry and no one bothers you
• A photo of your baby can help with the trigger reflex
• Heat can also help: try pumping after a bath or shower, or place a warm towel or Philips AVENT thermos on your breast for a few minutes before pumping.
• You may find it easier to pump one breast while your baby is sucking on the other or right after nursing
• If pumping is painful, discontinue use of the pump and consult your nursing or breastfeeding physician. Feeding the baby with expressed milk
• What you should do: Always check the temperature of the milk before feeding your baby. Always pour out the remaining breast milk at the end of the feeding.
• Don'ts: Never heat breast milk in the microwave. Otherwise, uneven heating and the formation of hot spots in the milk may occur. It can also destroy the nutrients in the milk.

Try other Philips Avent products from the categories Breastfeeding, Breast pumps and Mother and baby. If you are not sure about the choice of this product, be inspired in the Double breast pumps category.